Hi Tigerlilies, go to page 5 and read my article on bamboo seed germination. I have real good luck using this method. Caribbean Joe.

Thanks Joe for the pointer and writing up the info!

I used this method and received very good success.

http://www.gator-ventures.com/bamboo/propagation/seedgermination.shtml

Here is a link that might be useful: Bamboo Seed Germination

My Borinda pallens just folowerd & seeded. I saw the gator-ventures post that you posted. Question - did you dry out the seeds prior to planting or did you plant immediatley?
My seeds look green & looks like they need to dry out prior to planting but just a guess. Rgds

fredgpops-
My rule of thumb has always been to only collect it if it easily shakes loose of the culm. Are those green seeds still somewhat attached or are they falling off?